(1) Don’t buy a bike or skateboard without buying a helmet at the same time – and make sure your child always wears it.

(2) Follow the suggested minimum age on toys, especially if your child is under three. Ask anyone buying for your child to stick to this rule – young children can choke on the small parts of toys designed for older children.

(3) If the toy has small batteries, make sure the battery compartment can be opened only with a screwdriver to avoid children swallowing them.